Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired

06/05/2026

🎉 Fun Fest is this weekend! Join us this Saturday, June 6, from 12–3 PM at Washington Park for an afternoon of family-friendly fun, community, and live music by The Netherton Varner Band!

Can't make it? You can still be part of the excitement! Our online auction is live now and features sports and entertainment memorabilia, experiences, gift cards, travel items, themed baskets, and more. Best of all, you do not need to attend Fun Fest to bid or win. Bid from anywhere and winning bidders can arrange to pick up their items from our office in the following days.

Learn more and bid: cincyblind.org/funfest

Every bid and every attendee helps support CABVI services that empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired with opportunities to seek independence. 💙 We hope to see you this Saturday!



Image Description: Fun Fest logo on a rainbow wavy background with event info and a silhouette of band instruments.

06/04/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

This month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of creating a world where everyone feels seen, valued, and included.

We're excited to be part of Cincy Pride on June 27! Stop by our booth to say hello, learn more about CABVI, and celebrate with us.

We can't wait to see you there! 🎉



Image Description: CABVI logo followed by text “Happy Pride Month!” on a blurred rainbow background

06/03/2026

June is National Safety Month, a perfect time to stock up on safety supplies. Check out our business enterprise, VIE Ability, to shop!

June is National Safety Month. Staying protected from harm while on the job is a top priority for your business, and VIE Ability carries a huge selection of safety clothing and equipment to keep your employees safe!

You can find masks, goggles, hard hats, coveralls, gloves, safety vests, shoe and boot covers and more in our online store! Shop today at www.vie-ability.org

06/01/2026

CABVI was proud to participate in the Local 12 Health & Retirement Expo this past Friday at the Sharonville Convention Center!

The free community event brought together organizations and experts focused on health, wellness, caregiving, retirement planning, and other resources to help individuals age well and stay connected. Attendees had the opportunity to explore educational seminars, cooking demonstrations, community resources, and more.

Events like this provide a valuable opportunity to connect with community members, share information about vision loss, and raise awareness of the programs and services available through CABVI. Our team enjoyed meeting attendees, answering questions, and discussing how we empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

We were also grateful to see Liz Bonis remembered at the event. Her support and dedication to informing and connecting our community left a lasting impact, and she is deeply missed.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table!



Image Album Description: Photos include a memorial display honoring Liz Bonis, CABVI team members connecting with attendees and providing vision screenings, and attendees listening to a seminar.

06/01/2026

Congratulations on your retirement, Wayne, and thank you for your support of opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. We wish you all the best in this next chapter!

It was with great pleasure that CABVI attended the surprise party for Wayne McCulty, who is retiring from the State of Ohio. During his time as their Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, Wayne shepherded our VIE Ability supply contract and helped us navigate the addition and growth through the State of Ohio Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP).

CABVI’s President/CEO Teri Shirk, Vice President of Business Development Jennifer Alvis, and Major Account Manager Kelley Young traveled to Columbus Ohio to celebrate Wayne and thank him for helping create jobs in Ohio for people who are blind or visually impaired.

We wish him all the best. Thank you, Wayne!

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06/01/2026

June is Cataract Awareness Month! A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens that can cause blurry or dim vision. Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision impairment worldwide, but they are also one of the most treatable eye conditions.

For more information about cataracts and Cataract Awareness Month, visit: https://preventblindness.org/cataract

If you or a loved one is experiencing vision loss and could benefit from support, CABVI is here to help with services and resources that promote independence and empower individuals to achieve their goals.

Learn about cataracts, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatment. Prevent Blindness offers resources to help you protect your vision. Read.

05/29/2026

🎉 The bidding starts NOW! CABVI’s Fun Fest Online Auction is officially open, and you can bid from anywhere! You don’t have to attend Fun Fest to participate or win — item pickup arrangements can be made with winning bidders.

Click to browse sports and entertainment memorabilia, CABVI swag, tickets and experiences, wellness and travel items, kids bundles, gift cards, themed baskets, and more! https://secure.qgiv.com/event/funfest2026/items/

And don’t forget! Join us Saturday, June 6 from 12–3 PM at Washington Park for Fun Fest featuring live music by The Netherton Varner Band, family-friendly fun, and community celebration.

Every bid supports CABVI programs and services empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with opportunities to seek independence. 💙



Image Description: Fun Fest logo on rainbow background with text “Online Auction Now Open”

05/27/2026

🍻 Braille Ale® is back, and we’re Brewing Awareness with every pour! Join CABVI and West Side Brewing on June 25 to celebrate the return of this one-of-a-kind collaboration 💙

Be part of our annual release featuring this year’s Raspberry Gose, plus an evening of immersive blindfolded games, raffles, Catch-a-Fire Pizza specials, and plenty of community and connection.

🗓️ Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 West Side Brewing
3044 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211

A portion of proceeds from Raspberry Gose 4-pack sales and on-tap purchases at West Side Brewing during the launch event and throughout the summer will support CABVI programs and services that empower individuals adapting to vision loss.

Learn more: https://www.cincyblind.org/brailleale



Video Description: Braille Ale® release event info with cans rotating on a yellow orange background.

05/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week’s Coffee Talk with our very own Dr. Shannon Morgan! ☕ Attendees learned about diabetic retinopathy, eye health, and ways to help protect vision through this informative and engaging session.

Special thank you to Dr. Morgan for sharing her expertise! We’re grateful to continue creating opportunities for learning, connection, and support within our community.

Listen to the talk here: https://rrseyecare.podbean.com/e/eye-care-coffee-talk-1779621810/



Image Album Description: Photos of CABVI’s Dr. Shannon Morgan presenting during the Coffee Talk and various attendees listening and participating in the session.